Advances and Controversies in Colorectal Surgical Oncology: Annual Update

2024 Course Overview

Information for the 2025 course is not yet available.

International thought leaders will present the latest advances in local, regional, and systemic treatment strategies in colon, rectal, anal, and appendiceal cancers. Research discoveries are creating opportunities for greater personalization of treatment. The goal of this CME course is to provide busy clinicians (oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, gastroenterologists, pathologists, radiologists, and interventional radiologists) with clinically relevant, cutting-edge knowledge on best practices. The course will be taught through lectures, clinical case presentations, videos, and a hands-on cadaver lab.

Who Should Attend

• Surgeons
• Nurse Practitioners
• Specialty Physicians
• Physician Assistants

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Describe recent advances in rectal cancer oncology treatment pathways.
• Identify the indications for extended resection for colon, rectal and anal cancer.
• Recognize treatment pathway and surveillance options for dysplastic colorectal and anal lesions
• Describe the importance of having multidisciplinary team input for complex cancer cases.